Financial control is a crucial issue to guarantee transparency and good management of public finances. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the General Inspectorate of Finance (IGF) carries out financial patrol missions in various establishments and companies to ensure regulatory compliance and detect possible fraud.
The recent announcement of the end of the IGF’s financial patrol mission in 30 establishments and companies underlines the importance of these control actions. This decision, announced by the Inspector General of Finance, Jules Alingete, during a plenary of the economic and social council, highlights the desire of the IGF to strengthen the supervision of the State’s financial operations.
The IGF financial patrol aims to guarantee the reliability of financial information, the protection of assets, and the prevention of fraud. By working in partnership with other institutions such as the Court of Auditors and Senaref, the IGF strengthens its action and contributes to the improvement of financial governance in the DRC.
The creation of a financial prosecutor’s office to track down fraudsters is a relevant proposal which could further strengthen the fight against corruption and financial embezzlement. The threats and pressures suffered by IGF inspectors underline the risks incurred in this type of mission, but also the crucial importance of these controls for the protection of public funds.
The president of the economic and social council, Jean-Pierre Kiwakana, praised the quality work carried out by the IGF and expressed his support for its control missions. He also shared Jules Alingete’s views on the creation of a financial prosecutor’s office and the need to strengthen controls and sanctions against fraudsters.
In conclusion, the financial patrol missions carried out by the IGF in the DRC are of paramount importance to ensure the transparency and legality of the State’s financial operations. These control actions must be supported and strengthened to guarantee sound and effective management of public finances and fight against corruption and fraud.